Illustrated Family Bible Stories

by Martin H. Manser

Illustrated Family Bible Stories is not only a lively retelling of the most popular and the less-familiar stories from the Bible but is also a fascinating reference book.

The stories from both Old and New Testaments bring the reader into a vivid, action-packed world, peopled with a vast range of colorful characters. Alongside the stories, reference side-panels contain information about the daily life and customs, the culture and background, and the geography and politics of the time.

In addition, special reference pages develop the side-panel information on a wide variety of subjects. They include topics on the following: Plants and Animals; Daily Life in Old and New testament Times; The Holy Land; Bible Lands; Kings of Israel, and God's Chosen People.

With more than 200 stories, psalms, proverbs, prophecies, laws, and letters, this detailed and beautifully illustrated book makes Illustrated Family Bible Stories ideal for use by all the family.

Since 1980, Martin Manser has worked as a compiler and editor of a wide range of reference texts, including dictionaries, and Bible study material. His interest and involvement in a local church has led him to concentrate more specifically on Christian writing. He enjoys the challenge of making Biblical material fresh, accessible, and interesting for today's young reader.

Genres: Childrens, Christian

256 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2005

About the author

Martin Manser is a professional reference-book editor. Since 1980 he has compiled or edited nearly 200 reference books. He has also compiled and edited many titles that encourage Bible reading.

Reviews

[Jalynn Patterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

About the Book:

Help Bible history come alive for children as well as new believers so they know these true events that changed the world forever. We live in a visually oriented society where people learn from a blend of both text and images. This collection of events and teachings from Scripture explores selected chapters verses, and provides additional highlights into:

More than 200 Biblical accounts, psalms, proverbs, prophecies, laws, and letters

The daily life of people living in the Old and New Testament times, as well as plants, animals, and Bible landscapes

Who's who in the Bible, maps and diagrams, a Bible quiz, and more!

With the help of maps, photographs, and diagrams, the ancient cultures of the Bible are set in a context that can be readily understood. In addition, specially written teaching helps to educate today's young reader in understanding the Bible's meaning and its relevance for everyday life.

My Review:

Reading from the Bible should be top priority in our homes. But sometimes, those little ones are itching for pictures to go along with the stories they hear. I think they do this because its hard for them to imagine these stories with their tiny imaginations. New Leaf Press has republished an interesting book for our little's and even we as the parents to enjoy&drive that perfect story home for them. The book is entitled, Illustrated Family Bible Stories, it is filled with over 200 beautifully illustrated events from the Old&New Testaments.

Filled to the brim with pictures and the stories that we all have enjoyed for years, these stories really open up another world to us. Not only do you get the story written to where even a child could understand, you also get other interesting facts related to the story as well. You will get the scripture reference and their is a Bible reference section in the back of the book that lists a more thorough understanding of items mentioned in the book. The book is listed at the price of, $24.99 and is available in hard cover. You can take a look at this link.

My family really enjoyed the book and I really enjoyed the interaction it creates. They get to learn more into the background of the story, than they would of originally. As a homeschool mom, I hold on to all books such as these because I can use it in my teaching for my children. This book is a great educational tool in so many ways!



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**Disclosure** These products were sent to me free of charge for my honest review from Master Books/New Leaf Press and the Moms of Master Books Review Team.

[Jenny T · Rating 3 out of 5]

This colorful little book nicely summarizes both testament's major stories. It's detailed enough for older kids, but it's really not for the young. The language is appropriate for fluent readers since the font is small, the sentences are long, and the ideas are more complex. I love the sidebars with pictures of relevant people, places, and historical objects. They really help put the information in context. Coverage of most major stories and ideas is good, but I'm disappointed that Corinthians; isn't "Love is patient, love is kind..." important enough? I mean, God IS love. I noticed a missing picture where there's a caption, but that's an anomaly, so no big deal. I think I got this on sale for five bucks at TJ Maxx, and went through it quickly, but enjoyed it a lot and will keep it.

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

I came across this book in a discount store. I flipped through it and realized I had found a gem. The stories are very well retold. This is a great introduction for ages 4-7 to the stories in the Bible.

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Jun-Jul 2021. Rereading the NT with his younger sister (also age 8).

Dec 2018 - Sep 2019. Reading NT with one of my sons each night. Great way to learn to read! Now that we're finished, I realize it was a bit too advanced for him (age 8). But he's a hard worker and rose to the occasion.

[Amy Lohse · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like the illustrations and the historical facts included, which I have not found in other children's Bibles